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Trump's Diesel Deal Fails as Tankers Divert
Russian oil tankers abandon US delivery after Trump's diesel deal collapses.
In brief
Russian oil tankers abandon US delivery after Trump's diesel deal collapses. Trump's attempt to import Russian diesel via oil tankers failed as shipments diverted to Brazil and other destinations after midterm election losses. Originally reported by France24.
Trump's Diesel Deal
Trump's controversial diesel deal with Putin aimed to lower prices for farmers and truckers but failed to prevent a democratic landslide.
“Lower prices for Americans, especially our Great Farmers, Ranchers, and Truckers”
Tankers Head to US
Three Russian oil tankers, including Agioi Fanendes, were scheduled to deliver diesel to US ports after Trump's deal.
Tankers Change Course
The Talisman turned south after leaving Russia, while the Leruo now heads to Brazil instead of the US.
Kremlin Denies Report
Moscow called the Financial Times report 'fake' but confirmed tankers continue on course to the US.
“Tankers destined for the us continue on course”
Putin's Spokesman
Putin's spokesman said the diesel shipments are a commercial matter that cannot be made public.
“All diesel will find its buyers”
Trump Meets Kremlin Envoy
Trump met with Kremlin envoy Dmitriev at the White House ahead of talks with Ukrainian officials.
Tankers Diverted
Agioi Fanendes, Talisman, and Leruo tankers changed course to avoid US ports after midterm election.
Analyst Prediction
Analysts believe the diesel deal is dead as tankers will sell diesel elsewhere, like Brazil.
Maritime Specialist
Maritime security specialist says the deal is dead in practice despite theoretical existence.
Political Shift
Trump lost political authority after midterm election, reducing risk of tankers being seized in US ports.
No Reason to Maintain Illusion
Once election results were clear, there was no reason to keep the illusion of successful delivery.
The essence
Trump's attempt to import Russian diesel via oil tankers failed as shipments diverted to Brazil and other destinations after midterm election losses.
